Chapter 18

Bridget arrives back at Castor’s area; she goes to sit with Alberto. She notices that Alberto is awake. “Hey, how are you?” Bridget asks Alberto. “Better. Castor told me what happened to me.”Said Alberto to Bridget.

 “When can he get up?” Bridget asked Castor, “He can leave if he wants to.” Said Castor. Alberto is happy as he gets up. He and Bridget leave. “Let’s have some fun.” Said Alberto to Bridget.

 (Two months went by.)

 “How are you feeling, Aella?” Asks Dagon as he sees Aella enter the room. ““Good. I am not sick as before.” Replies Aella. Dagon laughs. “I think I got it.” Said Dagon. Aella laughs. “It will go away. Did you tell Alberto?” Asks Aella.

 “No, I want to give him a surprise. Plus he wanted to spend time with Bridget.” Said Dagon. “I am sure he will be surprised by this.” Said Aella. There was a knock on the door. One of the servants went to answer the door. Few minutes later, Alberto and Bridget enter. Aella notices a big smile on Bridget’s face.

 “I hope that is good news.” Asks Dagon asks Alberto. “Yes, it is.” I will let Bridget tell you.” Replies Alberto. Bridget blushes a bit. “Let say I am expecting as well.” Said Bridget. Both Aella and Dagon are shocked to hear this. “Congrats.” Said Dagon as he shakes Alberto’s hand and gives Bridget a kiss.

 (Five months went by.)

 “Let’s go for a walk for a bit.” Asks Dagon asks Aella. “Sure. I need the fresh air.” Said Aella as they head out. Few minutes later, they bump into Alberto and Bridget. “Hey what a surprise to see you both.” Said Aella to Bridget.

 “I didn’t want to stay inside.” Said Bridget to Aella.”I agree.” Replies Aella. Alberto looks at Dagon. Dagon sees the confused look on Alberto face. “What is it, Alberto?” Dagon asks him. “It is my guess that you got abducted again?” Asks Alberto.

 “Yes I was. It happens two months ago.” Said Dagon. Alberto is surprised at this. Dagon explains what Castor said to him. “Oh man.” Said Alberto. Dagon smiled. “I will love all my children.” Said Dagon. Aella agrees to this.

 Bridget sees a servant running towards them. “What is it?” Asks Bridget once the servant stops. “It is your father he just collapses.” Said the servant. “Where?” Asks Dagon the servant. “I will show you.” Said the servant as she leads them to where King Arthur lay. “Please go and get Castor.” Said Dagon to the servant. The servant nods her head and runs off. Dagon looks around to see if his father was attacked. Few minutes later, Castor arrives. “What happened?” Castor asks Dagon. “I have no idea.” The servant told us and brought us here.” Said Dagon. Castor checks King Arthur out. “Alberto please help me with King Arthur.” Said Castor to Alberto. Alberto nods his head as they carry King Arthur away. “I will let mother know.” Said Bridget. “I’ll go with you.” Said Aella as they went to the main chamber.

Dagon walks to Castor’s area and enters the room. He sees Castor working on his father. Castor sees him. “He is very ill.” Said Castor. “Do you know if he was attacked, or is it illness that came on?” Asks Dagon. “He wasn’t attacked. I am sure it is some sort of illness. I need to test his blood to make sure.” Said Castor. Dagon nods his head as he leaves the room so Castor can work. He sees Queen Daphne there. He tells her what Castor said to him.

 Castor arrives. “How is he?” Asks Queen Daphne to Castor. Castor explains what is wrong with King Arthur. “I gave him some pills for it and put him to sleep as well.” Said Castor.

“How long do you think he will be in your care, Castor?” Asks Queen Daphne to Castor. “Maybe a couple of days.” Said Castor. “Let’s hope he will get better.” Said Queen Daphne. The others agree. “While you are here, Dagon, I want to check you out.” Said Castor to Dagon. “OK.” Said Dagon as he follows Castor inside.

 (Two days went by.)

 Dagon went to Castor’s area to check on his father. Castor sees him enter. ““How is my father doing?” Dagon asks Castor. “Good. He is well enough that he can leave.” Said Castor. Dagon is glad to hear this and went to see his father. “Glad to be up?” Asks Dagon to King Arthur. “Yes, it is.” I hope I didn’t scare you.” Said King Arthur. “Yes, you did. I am glad you are feeling better.” Said Dagon.

 (Five months went by.)

“What’s wrong?” Aella asks Dagon as she sees Dagon gasping for air. “I am having problems breathing.” Said Dagon between breaths. “Stay there.” Said Aella as she summons a servant. A servant came over. Aella asks her to get Castor. The servant nods her head yes as she leaves. Few minutes later, Castor is there. Aella explains what is wrong with Dagon. Castor checks Dagon out. “He must come to my area.” Said Castor.

 (At Castor’s area.)

“Will he be all right?” Asks Aella to Castor. “Yes, the baby is pushing on his lungs.” Said Castor. Aella is shocked to hear this. “Does he go into the elixir coma?” Asks Aella to Castor. “No, the breathing machine will help him breathe more easily. He will still be awake.” Said Castor.

 “That is good. Does he need the tube for breathing?” Asks Aella to Castor. ‘Yes, I do need to put him out for that.” Said Castor as he heads back to Dagon. Aella sits down to wait. Bridget sees her. “Hey Aella, how are you doing?” Asks Bridget. “Good, getting tired being pregnant.” Said Aella. Bridget smiles. “How come you are here?” Bridget asks Aella. Aella explains. Bridget is shocked to hear this. Castor arrives. “How did it go?”Aella asks Castor. “Good. He is still sleeping. “Aella I want you to stay here until you have your baby.” Said Castor.

 “OK.” Said Aella to Castor. “I put a bed beside Dagon. I am sure he wants to be there with you.” Said Castor. Aella smiles as she follows Castor. Few minutes later, she is in bed watching Dagon. “How long will he be asleep for?” Asks Aella to Castor. “Not long. I didn’t give him a strong dose.” Said Castor.

“Are you feeling any pain?” Asks Castor asks Aella. “No. I am hoping Dagon will be awake before I go through the pain.” Said Aella. Castor agrees to this. “Why don’t you go to sleep?” Said Castor. Aella nods her head yes as she goes to sleep. Bridget enters the room. “How is Dagon doing?” Asks Bridget to Castor. Castor explains to Bridget. Two seconds later, they hear Dagon moaning and groaning. Castor went over to him and watches Dagon. Few minutes later, Dagon is awake. “Take it easy, Dagon. I had to put a tube in so you are able to breathe. The machine is helping you breathe.” Said Castor to Dagon. Dagon just looks at him. “We need to figure out a code so Dagon can still commute with us.” Said Bridget.

 “I agree. Dagon blinks once for yes and two for no. “Do you understand?” Asks Castor as he watches Dagon blink once. “Aella is lying down beside you. Don’t try to move your head.” Said Castor to Dagon.  “I will make sure Dagon looks at stuff while he is here.” Said Bridget to Castor. “Good idea. I don’t think the ceiling will be boring after a while.” Said Castor.

 (Later that day.)

 “Are you in pain, Aella?” Asks Castor as he notices Aella moving around. “Yes, I am.” Aella said. “Let me check you out.” Said Castor. Bridget enters the room, goes and sits with Dagon. “How are you doing, Dagon?” Asks Bridget as she watches Dagon. He turns his eyes towards Aella. “Castor is checking her out. Are you comfortable?” Bridget asks Dagon, who blinks once for yes. Castor comes toward them. “Aella is ready to have her baby. I will push her close to you, Dagon, so you can hold her hand.” Said Castor.

 (Two hours later.)

 “Congrats Dagon you have a daughter.” Said Castor to Dagon. Dagon gives a thumbs up sign. “Are you happy for a daughter?” Asks Castor. Dagon blinks once for yes. “Aella named her Gaia.” Said Castor. Dagon tries to smile but couldn’t. “Take it easy.” Said Castor.

 King Arthur and Queen Daphne enter."How did it go?” Queen Daphne asks Castor. ““Good. Aella had a girl.” Said Castor. Both King Arthur and Queen Daphne are happy. “How is Aella feeling?” Asks Queen Daphne. “Tired she is sleeping.” Said Castor. “How is Dagon doing?” Asks King Arthur to Castor. “Good, He is happy that he has a daughter.” Said Castor. “What is the name?” Asks Queen Daphne to Castor. “Gaia.” Said Castor. “That is a pretty name. Did you help pick the name?” Asks King Arthur to Dagon. Dagon blinks once for yes. “Dagon you need rest.” Said Castor as Dagon falls asleep.

 “How long will Dagon be on the breathing machine?” Asks King Arthur to Castor. “I don’t know. He needs to stay here until the baby is born.” Said Castor. King Arthur understands.

 (Next Day.)

 Aella checks on Gaia and plays with her. “She is cute and healthy, as well.” Said Castor as he watches Aella. “How is Dagon doing?” She asks Castor. “Good, the baby is fine as well.” Said Castor. Aella puts Gaia back in the crib. She goes and sits with Dagon. She notices he is awake. “Are you in pain, Dagon?” Asks Aella as she watches Dagon blink once for yes. “I will tell Castor.” Said Aella she went to tell Castor. “Dagon is in some pain.” Said Aella to Castor. “OK, I will check him out.” Said Castor. Two minutes later. “I gave him some pain medicine. He is resting now. I think he has to go into the elixir coma again. I was hoping he wouldn’t have to.” Said Castor. Aella is shocked to hear this. “I know it is hard for you.” Said Castor.

 “It is, but he won’t be in pain or feel the pain while in the elixir coma.” Said Aella. “Yup, I will give him the paralyze elixir so it will start to work.” Said Castor as he goes back to the room.

 Aella follows him. She goes and sits with Dagon. “It will take the same time as the last time.” Said Castor to Aella as he gives Dagon the needle. “Does he know that he has to go into the elixir coma?” Asks Aella to Castor. “No, I will tell him once he is awake.” Said Castor. Two hours later, Dagon is awake. “Castor he is awake.” Said Aella to Castor. Castor comes to Dagon side. “Dagon, I need to put you into an elixir coma for the rest of your pregnancy.” Said Castor. Dagon just looks at him. “It will be easier for you and the baby,” Said Castor to Dagon. “It shouldn’t be as long as last time. I already gave you the paralyze elixir. By tomorrow, you won’t be able to move.” Said Castor.

 (Next Day.)

“Hi, Dagon, are you able to move your legs and arms?” Asks Castor as he checks Dagon out. Castor watches Dagon try to move his arm, but he couldn’t. “I will give you the elixir now.” Said Castor as he gives Dagon the needle. Aella enters the room. She sits beside Dagon. “Are you OK, Dagon?” Asks Aella to Dagon blinks once for yes. “I just gave him the relax elixir.” Said Castor to Aella. “OK, are you in pain?” Asks Aella to Dagon. Dagon blinks two times for no. Aella smiles at this. She tells him more stuff around the castle. She notices how relaxed Dagon has become. Castor notices this and gives him the sleeping elixir. “Let the elixir work.” Said Castor as Aella continues talking to Dagon until she notices how sleepily he has become. Castor also notices this and gives him another elixir to put him under. Two minutes later, he is out cold. Castor checks him out and puts him on the machines.